Knowledgebase
Welcome to the BTL Knowledgebase. Ever since we started lining ponds, creating covers, and helping people with their projects, we've gotten asked a lot of questions. Many of these questions are repeatedly asked, so we put together the BTL knowledgebase to help answer any questions you had about a particular subject. We are adding new questions every month, so continue to check back often!
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Is PVC the same as vinyl?
Typically, 'vinyl', is used as shorthand for something made out of PVC.
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What makes HDPE a good liner for ponds?
HDPE is fish-safe, chemical resistant, and extremely durable, making it a powerful option for pond liner solutions.
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is PVC a plastic?
PVC is an extremely common kind of plastic that's used almost everywhere.
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Why isn't PVC a good liner for ponds?
PVC tears easily, and degrades very quickly when exposed to sunlight.
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What is the difference between rubber and EPDM
EPDM is a highly durable, synthetic rubber, particularly ideal for weathering resistance.
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Why isn't EPDM a good liner for ponds?
EPDM is fish safe, but is especially vulnerable to punctures and tears that are common in the installation process.
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What are the key properties of HDPE?
HDPE is one of the most affordabe options when it comes to durable, chemical resistant pond liners.
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is HDPE plastic biodegradable?
No, HDPE is built to last, and can withstand hundred years of biodegradation without fully degrading.
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is HDPE recyclable?
Since HDPE is made up of a singular polymer, it is much easier to recycle than a multiple polymer plastic.
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Is HDPE plastic good
HDPE is a singular polymer plastic, meaning that it's lower cost than EPDM, and easier to recycle.
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why is HDPE a suitable plastic
HDPE is incredibly durable and resistant to tears; its seams are heat welded, making it one of the most effectively and permanently sealed liners available.
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is HDPE harmful
HDPE is toxin-free, and won't leak out chemicals like some of it's relatives, this makes it safe for food and water meant for human consumption.
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Is HDPE a rubber?
HDPE is a kind of polymer developed from petroleum. this is considered a thermoplastic.
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Are EPDM liners any good?
EPDM is made out of a multiple polymer combination that lends to it's high durability, and it's increased weight.
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what is the strongest pond liner?
HDPE is the heaviest form of pond liner, and also the most chemical and damage resistant.
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What type of polymer is HDPE?
HDPE stands for High Density Polyethylene, a highly durable polymer that is made from petroleum.
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What is the use of HDPE liner in landfill?
HDPE is chemically resistant, able to withstand the highly corrosive liquid found within leachate.
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What's the difference between HDPE and EPDM?
HDPE can be used with living creatures, as it's completely BPA free and resistant to chemical leaching.
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What is EPDM best used for?
EPDM is fish safe, and less vulnerable to UV exposure than other materials found in most pond liners.
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Should I use PVC or HDPE?
PVC is lower cost, and easier to install, however it is also very vulnerable to UV exposure, and damage during installation.
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What is HDPE best for?
HDPE is ideal for containing highly concentrated chemicals, and protecting against exterior damage.
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What is PVC best for?
PVC is affordable, and comparitively easy to install, however it may be more susceptible to damage during maintanence or installation.
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What's a PVC liner?
PVC stands for polyvinyl chloride, these are lightweight, relatively flexible, and sealed together with specialty tape.
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